BCA
Land-based - Creative - Technical - Active
BCA is a land-based specialist college based in a stunning 400-acre campus in Maidenhead, Berkshire. It is an inclusive and successful environment where students develop excellent practical and employment skills. We have a strong culture of continuous improvement; this is evident across the College, where students thrive and are challenged to achieve their full potential.
BCA OVERVIEW
REASONS TO CONSIDER BCA
- We're the No.1 college in the Thames Valley, Berks, Bucks and Oxon for 16-18 year old Student achievement (DfE, 2018).
- We're proud to have an Ofsted 'Good Provider' rating.
- We're Berkshire's only land-based specialist college.
- We are known for the fantastic level of support available to our students and apprentices as well as being recognised as Leaders in Safeguarding and for being Disability Confident Committed.
- Students have access to a TES award-nominated Industry Placement team to enable excellent careers links and opportunities alongside full-time study.
FACTS & FIGURES
95% of our Sports Studies students went into full-time employment or higher education
BCA 2018/19
100% of our Level 3 Agriculture students progressed onto university or full-time employment
BCA 2018/19
94.6% of our Motor Vehicle students progressed to employment or further training
BCA 2018/19
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
"The tutors in the Motor Vehicle department have motivated me to achieve and aim higher. The fully equipped workshop has helped me to get to grips with using the tools, ramps and equipment, as I would in a real working garage. The course has also landed me a job through our Industry Placement, which has kickstarted my chosen career in the motor vehicle industry."
Daniel Roberts
Motor Vehicle student BCA"Studying Horticulture at BCA was a brilliant experience. It not only prepares you for the work environment, but you gain a wealth of industry knowledge and connections. The people, the course, the whole environment - it was all great."
Kameron Bailey
Horticulture student BCA"As an aspiring nurse, I chose to study Health & Social Care at BCA after my GCSEs. Not only did I graduate with a great grade, but I also gained fantastic industry-specific work experience in hospitals and care homes, which will help me greatly in my future career path."
Aurora Llugiqu
Health & Social Care student BCA"The Agriculture course at BCA taught me not only what I'm capable of, but what I excel in - hands-on, practical work. With the support of the College, I obtained great industry experience, working on farms, and good references. I learned so many new skills and it was really enjoyable. Everyone was so friendly and it felt like a community I was proud to be a part of."
Mason Thacker
Agriculture student BCALaunch Your Career Today
Discover and apply to current apprenticeship vacancies at BCA that will give you the essential skills and knowledge to excel in your chosen field.
Campus Zoo
The BCA Zoo & Education Centre provides our students with the unique opportunity to learn and develop practical skills that are so essential for making it in the animal industry.
BCA Landbased Training
BCA offers extensive training programmes covering forestry, arboriculture, landscaping, estate management and turf management.
Earn While You Learn
Browse our range of apprenticeship courses and discover which one is right for you.
Get In Touch
Address:
Hall Place
Burchetts Green
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 6QR
Contact number: 01628 824444
Email: [email protected]